Our guest, Jenn Pattee, is an ultra runner and entrepreneur who took on the challenge of riding the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route from Canada to Mexico.  Seeing how much the sport of running can open up opportunities for adventure is always inspiring.  She shares stories from the trip like the rough start, some sketchy characters, and some lucky rides! Enjoy!   Check out here adventure on IG and Follow Jenn

Scott had a great chat with Susie Chan on all things adventure, life, and running From her book blurb: Susie Chan is an icon of endurance running. Since taking up running at the age of 35, she has completed the legendary Marathon des Sables more times than any other British woman, set the 12-hour treadmill World Record and was one of the first women to finish all the World Marathon Majors.Susie's story is an inspirational fight against the odds. From leaving a dysfunctional marriage, managing as a single mum and tackling cancer treatment, Susie has had her fair share of adversity. Throughout it all, running has kept her going. She always finds a reason to lace up her shoes and hit the road – or the track, trail or tread. Her mantra: You never regret a run.From the Moroccan desert, the Peruvian jungle and the sweltering Death Valley, to Susie's local South Downs and a running track in Tooting, her adventures take her across the globe. With Susie's down-to-earth personality, refreshing attitude and wicked sense of humour, we learn the countless reasons she finds to push herself further and the life-changing opportunities running has given her.

Whether you are training for the Olympics or your own big goals, having coaches and people in your corner that want the best for you on the field or trail is important.  One of Scott's former athletes shares her journey with the author of All In Stride to hopefully help other athletes navigate training, disordered eating, and more. Hope you enjoy! In All in Stride, Johanna Garton tells the gripping and inspiring stories of Elvin and Shadrack. Beginning with their upbringing in Kenya, Garton follows the runners through their journeys to the United States, running for Division One universities, their blossoming romance as college students, and ultimately their service as U.S. soldiers and professional runners. Woven through the narrative is the story of Samantha Schultz, who also competed for the U.S. Army. Like Elvin and Shadrack, she struggled with several obstacles throughout her journey, including poor coaching, over training, the intense pressure to make the Olympic team, and disordered eating, a condition that plagues so many young female athletes.

Four women are coming together to train for, plan, and fundraise so they can compete in an epic row from Monterey, California to Hawai. That's thousands of miles on a high tech row boat, rowing in teams of two for 2 hours at a time. On this episode, two of the four women come on to talk about the epic training camp your host, Scott Jones put them through in July. Find the stress and you'll find the growth. That certainly happened on three days across the state of Colorado. Enjoy and be sure to follow: Hericane Rowing Athlete On Fire

I had a chance to interview Phil Parsons the day before he embarks on the 444 mile Natchez Trace effort. The Natchez Trace is a 444-mile stretch of road that begins in Nashville and ends in Natchez, MS. To date, no one holds the record for the fastest known time (FKT), Natchez-trace-parkway-FKT completing the southbound journey on foot. This adventure is exactly what I am going to do this September — Suicide Awareness Month — to bring awareness to the issues of mental health and suicide among Veterans.  His story is one that is too commonly ended with a less positive outcome.  We have to love on our veterans and share what is bringing them together!  Running is often the answer, or a piece of it.  Check out his site and support the cause here. Support Band Of Runners!

After spending time doing hards things and getting others to do and succeed at hard things, we wanted to bring an event that combined the skills we learn doing these things with leadership skills that can help in work, sport, and life.  The inaugural leadership retreat is coming in February of 2024 in beautiful Costa Rica.  Learn more here. 

We had the chance to talk to Luke Tuttle of Ultra Running Destinations.  He uses the site to review trails and events all over the world. On this episode we got to talk about some of the amazing locales and adventures Luke has been on and we get to learn more about his story. If you like running and travel, you'll love this episode.. Thanks for listening! He just published his book about running in Europe too. You can check it out here!

Joe Uhan is an athlete, coach, medical professional and writer based in California after bouncing around and learning as much as he could in the physical therapy and performance worlds. We had a great talk about injury preventions and performance. He give some simple fixes for common injuries and dispels some myths. We talk about the business of sport and why going to cash based treatment is a good thing for the industry and individuals. Take a listen and let us know what else you would like to learn from Joe and guests like him! Enjoy. Uhan Performance Western States Killing Machine Becoming Ultra Band Of Runners

Join Scott and Ian Sharman as they talk about all things running, coaching, training, and more.  Ian owns Sharman Ultra, a long time partner of Becoming Ultra.  They get to talking about the business of online coaching and where they see it going in the near future.  They talk about some races that don't get enough love and bounce around the running world to share some of their experiences. Enjoy the show!

Kelsey Pfendler and Jennifer Hofer are one half of Team Hericane.  A crew of four rowers setting off to row across the Pacific Ocean from California to Hawaii in May of 2024.  It was a great conversation and we will definitely be following their journey over the next year and change.  How much do they have to raise to make this happen?  Sidenote, you can donate here.  How do they eat, sleep, hydrate for so long? What is the record?  How are they training? How did they meet?  So. Many. Questions.  We think you all will like this episode as much as we did!   Follow their IG here. 

 Bailey and Katie met on Season 10 of the Becoming Ultra project and became fast friends.  Today's show is a dive into why they both live a certain lifestyle when it comes to food and where we get our food.  More than the light debate, the lesson is that we can all get along with the biggest personal differences.  A good lesson for the world right now!  It's a great conversation and hope you all enjoy!

Early success in race directing led to 9 of the craziest work year of Scott and his wife, Lauren's lives.  The lessons learned are seared from the stress but they wouldn't trade it for anything.  On the show today Scott shares the story about how a race with less than 60 people secured a big sponsorship.  A shout out to a runner giving back to the community and to herself as she keeps losing bets with her coach..ha!  Enjoy the show!

Today Scott talks about the skill he sees in his son to just keep going, even if it isn't fast.  The time he got blackmailed from his own web designer who pulled their website until he was paid.  Oh man, that one was rough. Shoutouts to runners in Sweden and Japan.  One who ran for refugees and one who is running while serving.  A good, quick workout for core and upper body.  Enjoy the show and share it up if you are liking it!  Thanks!

On this episode Scott gives some love to his boys who are showing some legit discipline in the mountains of Colorado this winter.  The story of the 7 mile 5k on the California coast.  A shoutout to a client running in the Swedish winter for as long as she can for charity.  The 1040 rep workout anyone can try (you should today).  The resource he never goes into the backcountry without.  Athlete On Fire is all about using sport and fitness as the backdrop for a purpose driven life!  We hope you enjoy.

Katie and Bailey met through a project called Becoming Ultra where runners train for their first ultra distance race.  They became fast friends and now are as tight as friends come.  They tackled their first 100 mile race recently and both came away with tons of lessons learned both physically and mentally.   We share a drink product for those who overdo the caffeine intake like we do.  We also share a great treadmill partner workout and spread some positivity in the world at the grocery store.  Cupcakes and kids were involved!  Enjoy the show!

Today we bring on one of Scott's friends and clients and share their origin story (it's a good one) and talk about how leadership and training for hard things have so many parallels!  Shout outs to clients doing big things like running 100 miles. Shout out to the Jones' boys working hard for things they want.  Introducing "Lunge Miles" as a training set for anyone but especially for runners in flat places training for mountains.  Enjoy the show. Get in touch with Cale here: For Crestcom https://crestcom.com/leadership-trainer/cale-pearson/ For B2B https://b2btranserv.com/ Visit other projects: Becoming Ultra Athlete On Fire

Running 135 miles in some of the most extreme conditions is hard enough but when Liza Howard could only chew on ice chips and nothing else for the last 55 miles she found a way to make it tougher. Runners from all over the world come to test themselves at the Badwater 135 every year. It start in Death Valley and makes it's way up part of the way of Mt. Whitney. today's episode is about one runner's experience out there! Enjoy.

Dre Baldwin is back to share his story. Dre might be one of the only pro basketball players I know that quit the sport cold turkey. He decided he didn't want his identity wrapped into only being a basketball player and pivoted to put everything into his business and clients. You'll love he origin story of how her even got to play professional hoops too. The dude is persistent in every aspect of life. We talked about what he won't be after his first child(coming soon), how he produces so much content, and some inspirational wins with clients! I even try to get him to run and ultra! Enjoy the show!

Scott gets to talk with Shawn Livingston about his life and running.  Shawn's life from early sports to military and now, ultra runner, has plenty of lessons about addiction, family, and perseverance.

Ty Carter got the itch to race as a young man and tells his story of how he made it all the way to the highest level of his sport. He shares some great training sets and what you shouldn't say to an athlete just because they look a certain way. We also talk about the crazy speed he gets out there on the mountain! Enjoy

Scott hangs out with old college buddies who came together this last year to train and coach a high school hoops team (Cave Spring HS) out of Roanoke, Virginia to a state championship. We talk about the specifics of the training as well as the difference Coach Gruse saw in his team. Coach Lambo breaks down his training approach then we get to talk about the state championship run and bring on another college friend who got to critic the crazyness of Coach Gruse during the games! Enjoy!

Scott, Sammy, and Lambo bounce around a bit on this episode. Sammy jumps off a boat and then we all start sharing crazy travel and adventure stories from competing days. We all share our favorite training set from the last few weeks. Enjoy the show!

On this episode two childhood friends and two college buddies who played football at Colorado State University share their story and how their new hunting app, Hunt Wallet, was created. We talk about the important characteristics you should find in hunting buddies, tough lessons from the field, and how team sports especially prepares us for life, hunting, and failure. Enjoy the show!

Jarod Cogswell has spent half his life in the health and fitness world and it's always great to sit down with him and talk all things coaching, training, adventure, and business. Enjoy the show and be sure to check out www.deka.fit!

Coach Lambo and Penn State football player Aeneas Hawkins got into a war of words that had to be put into a physical challenge. This episode is a quick description of the challenge. You should try along at home or find a buddy or two to compete with.. It won't disappoint!

Coach Lauren and Sammy discuss their history of injuries, and there are quite a few big ones in there, and how to help others deal with the setbacks and overall process. This is a great one for anyone dealing with an injury or needing the motivation to stay injury free!

Coach Scott and Lambo sit down with Penn State football player Aeneas Hawkins and talk training, setting expectations, dealing with injuries and what's life after football going to look like. A challenge was made on the show so stay tuned to see how it all goes down! Athlete On Fire is here to bridge the gap between amazing athletes and everyone else with our podcasts and coaching services!

Mark Jones is a former Marine and current endurance badass, although he would never tell you that. He has completed Go Ruck Selection after 4 tries and is diving into more endurance adventures including Ruck Fest. Coach Sammy and Scott have a great conversation with him about perseverance, training, your "why" and why it matters, and setting expectations amongst other things! He also shares a great physical challenge we put out there for everyone. Enjoy!

Coaches Scott Jones and Aaron Lambert talk about the week of training and what they learn and continue to learn with athletes on a daily basis. The odd case of tendonopathy and antibiotics. ZUU fit? Best ways to get care after injury. Enjoy the show!

A couple years ago a dear friend of artist Ben Graf and host Scott Jones passed away unexpectedly. Scott wanted to reach out after seeing some of the art inspired by their mutual friend during the grieving period. This episode and call is what happened next.

Coach Scott Jones, Aaron (Lambo) Lambert, Lauren Jones, and Samantha (Sammy) Schultz have all teamed up to create a virtual training center AND community for athletes all over the world. In their first episode of the launch, they all talk training philosophy and what their vision for this project is and will be!

Tomorrow will be the 5 year anniversary of my dad's passing so I thought instead of just writing in my notebook all the things I have learned this year I would just talk to him instead! I probably wouldn't share it if I didn't think some of these lessons would help you too!

Life is a crazy ride and sometimes having control over what is happening is a great thing but when you don't have that control knowing how to embrace change is huge in life and training. Scott has 5 ways to embrace different types of change and we are pretty sure you will relate to at least a couple of them!

In 1981 a grad student at West Virginia University was given three months to live after a bout of cancer from 1978 came back with a vengeance. This episode is about him and how it may apply to you!

George Briones has a unique perspective on life. We had a chance to talk about training, mindset, pain, digital detoxes and so much more. George works with fitness, training, and lifestyle brand, Soflete. His words:As a recon marine I live by this principle;“Jack of all trades and master of none.”My will to personally explore the different worlds of fitness has allowed me to have a unique perspective on strength and conditioning. I don’t always train in the gym. Don’t always train outside, preparing for outdoor adventures. However, marrying these two environments together has offered me the chance to explore the depths of what human performance entails. I have a wide range of personal experience and direct coaching experience with tactical athletes, functional fitness, weightlifting, ultra-endurance events, and general fitness enthusiasts.

Last year, a bunch of runners, coaches, mentors, veterans, and everyday amazing people convened in the Texas hill country outside of San Antonio for the annual Band Of Runners trail camp.  The weekend long event of camaraderie, education, and lots of trail finished with a fun take on the backyard ultras.  The event was a 1.07 mile loop t be done in a certain time.  Last person standing was crowned the champion.  It started out mellow but like any good group of runners and a hint of competitive fire, it got a little crazy out there.  This episode was taken from that evening.  Goofy and inspiring interviews to try and capture the essence of that night and the camp.  We hope you enjoy. And, consider donating to Band Of Runners to keep it rolling!

Writer, educator, and coach Jason Robillard comes on the show to talk about 11 ways to prepare for the times we are living in. As a fellow ultra runner the perspective was interesting and positive for those seeking solutions. Enjoy!

When Scott brings a friend to the wild open country of Canyonlands National Park who has never been to the Utah desert, adventure is to be had. From the backcountry, perched on top of a saddle between two canyons they talked about adventure, life, fear, and so much more. These places that inspire, inspire great conversation. We hope you enjoy!

Our guest, Seth Royal Kroft is a photographer in Montana. On the show we discuss how he got into photography, some of his favorite shots, his favorite places to explore and more!

Lindsay Atkins, who races as Lindsay Dawn Webster (marriage messes stuff up!) is at home training and we had a chance to chat for a solid hour. We talked about her favorite training sets and why loving the training is so important in endurance athletes. She is a serious cook and shares her passion for baking. We talk about her dog, charity, and a bunch more. It was a refreshing chat with a great human and athlete! Hope you enjoy!

Josh Jones is a Doctor of Physical Therapy based out of western North Carolina.  On this episode we answer listener questions on injuries specific to them.  Stress fractures in the feet.  Ankle sprains and breaks.  Hip flexor strains and general function.  Achilles issues.  We are only answering a few of these for each call so we dive a bit deeper and give actionable advice.  Don't worry, Josh and your host Scott Jones have quite the history together so we will be sure to mix stories of adventure in to these for you all! Enjoy.

This one hits hard.  Scott had a chance to sit down with a couple local Colorado friends to tell their stories.  Both lost spouses at a young age.  Both had young kids at the time. Both use exercise and running as a way to grieve. Their kids went to school together but they never met until recently.  It's a both sad yet hopeful story and we hope you appreciate their amazing and heartfelt words.

Host Scott and Luis Escobar had a chance to sit down in Squaw Valley and talk all things running.  Upcoming adventures in Bhutan.  Why he is working with the Spartan Trail series and all about the Born To Run Ultras he founded and how crazy things can get at the annual running festival! Enjoy.

Mark Carles is a runner, brother, son, and one of the bravest athletes we have had on the show. Given a few months to live over a year ago and he is still fighting the rare form of liver cancer he was diagnosed with by running and being with family. Matching tattoos with his mom, late nights and early mornings with his brother and even some kind words from Dan Rather will have you rethinking what you should get out of every day. Enjoy the show.Links:Mark's Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-mark-carles3 Months Shirt link: https://athleteonfirestore.com/products/3-months-to-live-teeMark's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markcarles/About Fibrolamellar Cancer: https://fibrofoundation.org/

Ralph Dale Jones lived a magnificent life. I was able to celebrate it in West Virginia last week with family. You'll hear the lessons and confessions I shared at his service and more on grief and loss. Hope you enjoy.

Eric Byrnes is a force of energy that can't be stopped. We were able to talk in Tahoe about endurance, loss, and why he pushes his limits!

Dr. Don Vaughn sat down to talk about studies he has been involved in and how the brain reacts to different stimuli, like riding a motorcycle. We also brought sports and performance into the mix to help athletes of all backgrounds use their brain to perform better! Enjoy the show with our first neuroscientist guest!Links:Spartan Trail: https://www.spartan.com/en/trailSpartan Race: https://www.spartan.com/enDr. Vaughn's Site: http://www.donvaughn.com/Harley Davidson: https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/index.htmlAthlete On Fire: http://athleteonfire.com/Becoming Ultra: http://becomingultra.com/ATP Science: https://atpscience.com/

Patrick Sweeney is a full time adventurer on a mission to help people around the world find their adventurer within and learn to use fear as fuel. We had a chance to sit down and talk all things adventure, fear, sport, and training. You'll have some great takeaways from his time as a world class rower and hopefully come away ready to conquer some of your own fears!Links:Spartan Trail: https://www.spartan.com/en/trailSpartan Race: https://www.spartan.com/enPatrick's Site:https://www.pjsweeney.com/Athlete On Fire: http://athleteonfire.com/Becoming Ultra: http://becomingultra.com/ATP Science: https://atpscience.com/

Amanda ran collegiately for a couple years and then got into road marathons. It wasn’t until 2014 that she started running trails! She figured it out pretty quickly and is now a professional running with the Altra elite team! Enjoy the show.Links:Spartan Trail: https://www.spartan.com/en/trailSpartan Race: https://www.spartan.com/enHer site: https://www.amandabasham.com/Athlete On Fire: http://athleteonfire.com/Becoming Ultra: http://becomingultra.com/ATP Science: https://atpscience.com/

Kelly and Juliet Starrett are the power couple we had the chance to sit down with in Tahoe for another amazing interview. MobilityWOD is probably where you have heard of them as an industry leader in all things movement and mobility but they have a new mission to get people ready for life with The Ready State. We talk fitness, pain, movement for runners, eating disorders, and much more. Thanks to Spartan Media Fest and ATP Science for the chance to sit down with so many amazing people in Squaw Valley. Enjoy the show!Links:Spartan Trail: https://www.spartan.com/en/trailSpartan Race: https://www.spartan.com/enThe Ready State: https://thereadystate.com/Athlete On Fire: http://athleteonfire.com/Becoming Ultra: http://becomingultra.com/ATP Science: https://atpscience.com/

Spartan Trail and the Spartan World Championships were held in Tahoe and athletes from around the world gathered to compete and hang out for a couple of epic days in Squaw Valley. Amelia Boone sat down with us on her actual birthday and talked about everything from having the tough conversations about body image and eating disorders to who in her life allows her to do these amazing things she does. She is always an interesting interview and we think you'll enjoy the new perspective from a great person and athlete!Links:Spartan Trail: https://www.spartan.com/en/trailSpartan Race: https://www.spartan.com/enAmelia Boone: http://ameliabooneracing.com/Athlete On Fire: http://athleteonfire.com/Becoming Ultra: http://becomingultra.com/ATP Science: https://atpscience.com/

Spartan Trail and the Spartan World Championships were held in Tahoe and athletes from around the world gathered to compete and hang out for a couple of epic days in Squaw Valley. Mike Wardian and Ian Sharman have more than left their mark on the running world with bio's that could fill a book or two. They are much more likely to be in Squaw for the start of Western States but toeing the line for the Spartan race was in the schedule this time around. We sat down after the active day of competition in the cabin with the fire burning and right after a game of chess between the two athletes to talk about the weekend and much more! Enjoy.Links:Spartan Trail: https://www.spartan.com/en/trailSpartan Race: https://www.spartan.com/enSharman Ultra: https://www.sharmanultra.com/Mike Wardian: http://mikewardian.com/Athlete On Fire: http://athleteonfire.com/Becoming Ultra: http://becomingultra.com/ATP Science: https://atpscience.com/

Dan Staton comes to the show a few days before archery hunting season and shares his story as well as teaches us about all things elk hunting. From etiquette to reintroducing wolves to Colorado, the conversation is flowing and fun! Enjoy.ELKSHAPE Offers: ONXHUNT | Discount Code elkshape for 20% off Premium or Elite Memberships from the website only.ELK 101 UNIVERSITY OF ELK HUNTING | Discount Code ELKSHAPE FOR 20% OFFCARIBOU GAME BAGS | Discount Code elkshape FOR 15% OFFSIBERIAN COOLERS | Discount Code ELKSHAPE2019 FOR 10% OFFOFF GRID FOOD CO | Discount Code ELKSHAPE2019 FOR 10% OFFBACKCOUNTRY eBIKES | Discount Code Elkshape300 for $300 offKENETREK GAITERS | Discount Code elkshape for $25 off

Richie Crowley is a former professional hockey player who has gone all in on his entrepreneurial goals. On the show today, we talk about what got him to where he is today and dive into the ride from Boston to Los Angeles he is undertaking and why! Enjoy the show.

Charlie Pappas is a regular, hard working guy who just happens to be a really good athlete. The problem is, he isn't regular at all. He has found his niche in the Train To Hunt competition and plans on defending his title with all his might this weekend at the National Championships in Colorado. We talk about his training over the last couple months. Mindset while competing. Why Grit is the single most important thing for him to compete at a high level. We also talk about the loss of two important family members in the last 10 months and how it has changed him. It's a great, real conversation we think you'll really enjoy.www.athleteonfire.com[leave a review on iTunes if you enjoyed]www.traintohunt.comCharlie's Sponsor: https://wildernessathlete.com/Follow Charlie: www.instagram.com/charlespappasManic Training: www.manictraining.com

Heather Kelly is an adventurous entrepreneur who founded a company to give adventurers amazing options for food in the backcountry, or wherever they end up hungry. She rowed at a high level winning multiple NCAA National Championships so we dive in to technique that might just help you the next time you are using a rower for a workout. We talk adventures in Alaska, paddlesports, nutrition, and why she started her company on the show. She also has a killer workout for you to give a shot. Enjoy the show!www.heatherschoice.comwww.athleteonfire.com

Katie Visco is about to embark on an epic trek across Australia and comes on to talk about her life in Montana, her upcoming man powered run on a new route in Australia, and her entrepreneurial life!  Enjoy.

Kenton is back with some stories from the Train To Hunt events. What is target panic and how do you get out of it? What should Scott be doing to prep for the Colorado event and more!

On March 6th, Manic open their doors to a free community workout alongside Kris Mendoza, the World's Toughest Mudder Champion and the members of the Manic community and Dispatch Radio. What followed was a live podcast that included interviews and audience questions. Enjoy the show! Big shout out to Dispatch for the production!

Kenton Clairmont is the founder of an up and coming event that combines the skills to bow hunt with extreme fitness needed to navigate the backcountry. We talk about the fitness needs and specific workouts that will help athletes with the competition as well as some very basic beginner information for new bow hunters and archers. If you have always wanted to get into hunting, or just learning how to shoot a bow, this might be a great show for you! Enjoy.Links:Train To Hunt: http://www.traintohunt.com/Athlete On Fire Home: http://www.athleteonfire.com/

Lauren Jones has been sharing her journey of recovery after her labrum repair surgery. Today, on the way to the gym she shares where she is at two months post op both mentally and physically. What has she learned along the way that can help other athletes considering surgery or going through a long, slow recovery.

We had a great conversation with Lo Myrick from what the start up culture taught her to why doing things with intention is so important, especially in the morning. We also talk about how she stays fit on the road as someone who travels a lot. She shares a story about a swim run event in the mountains that is a unique take on mountain running and swimming. Enjoy the show!BIO:Lo Myrick is a problem solver, strategy guru, life coach, marketing techie, athlete, and avid traveler. She is most passionate about helping people achieve their goals and being happy! And regardless of where she is, she's always training to be the best version of herself - physically and mentally.Lo's experiences working at a Fortune 50 company (GE), multiple start-ups, being a trained Life Coach, and running her own Consulting business, have given her the perspective and skills to brainstorm, see a vision, and execute. Her key strengths are being able to innovate, problem solve, and turn ideas into reality with a strategic, focused plan.LINKS:Swim Run: https://swimrunshop.com/swimrun-race-calendar-2019/Lo's Instagram: www.instagram.com/lomyrickThe Five Minute Journal: http://fiveminutejournal.comMentions:@janeybworld@wesleytknight@charlieBrought to you by Athlete On Fire: www.athleteonfire.comBecoming Ultra Season 7 Application: http://becomingultra.com/season7/

Lauren Jones of Life's 2 Short Fitness just underwent Labrum surgery and she tells about the whole process from the signs and symptoms that led to the injury as well as the surgery process and recovery so far through a few weeks. She also talks about setting goals post op to stay motivated and how much she loves to bring adventure, especially SUP, to the masses! Enjoy the show.

If you know who Ryan Atkins is, it is probably because of his excellence in the OCR circuit. Today, we talk about one of his many adventures he plans on taking on in the cold of Canada for a great cause. Fat biking in polar bear country on frozen lakes, sounds about right for one of the most adventurous people we know!

Jesse Itzler is a serial entrepreneur, ultra runner, and general seeker of adventure.  On the show we talk about adventurous parenting, addiction to newness, and mental toughness.  His background is amazing and diverse and to spare the clickbait(y) descriptions about what this guy has accomplished, I'd recommend you just listen to the show to find out who he really is first, then go google the crap out of him!  Thanks for listening.

Our guest is as passionate about the outdoors as anyone we have had on the show. We talk about his calling and many of the adventures that have come along with it. Of his personal achievements, he completed an 1800 mile bikepack from Banff, Canada to his home in Colorado. From day to day, you can find Jalen on his bike exploring obscure regions of wilderness and sharing his travel stories to Colorado's Afro communities.   This episode is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get special life insurance rates. Go to healthiq.com/aof to support the show and learn more. If you end up calling instead, let them know the code “aof” as a referral!

Max Conserva is back on the show to share a new training protocol he helped develop for coaches and trainers to work better with adaptive athletes. So many trainers simply pass off the opportunity to work with athletes with prosthetics or other obstacles when it could be a rewarding and inspiring experience for both.  Today, we talk about the road Max went down to make sure he could reach more athletes like himself.  He lost most of a leg to an accident when he was a youngster.  We hope you will love the show and share with a trainer or coach you know! This episode is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get special life insurance rates. Go to healthiq.com/aof to support the show and learn more. If you end up calling instead, let them know the code “aof” as a referral!

Ian Warner is a serial entrepreneur, former collegiate and Olympic athlete, and now, a father and husband.  We talk about the idea he has had for year that he finally made happen and the friend he lost that inspires him everyday to keep going.  This show is where being an athlete and overall good person intersect. Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Health IQ, an insurance company that helps health conscious people get special life insurance rates. Go to healthiq.com/aof to support the show and learn more. If you end up calling instead, let them know the code “aof” as a referral!

[From Becoming Ultra] Traveling across the country is much more physically demanding than you think.  It's why we give our body a few days to recover before running far. Also on the show, some of the positive mental tricks to get through this first 100k!

[From partner show, Becoming Ultra] In 6 days, the founder of BU will be running his first 100k. There will be no start line, bibs, or fanfare. Just a few friends, family, and a couple running buddies trying to remember his dad on his first birthday since his passing. On the show today, the route and the meaning behind it. Where is the toughest section? What is the strategy for the first 12 miles? Enjoy the show!

This is part 1 of 7 in a series featured on Becoming Ultra. Hey it's the host, coach, and runner, Scott.  My dad died last year.  He was 62.  I am running a 100k on his birthday in his home state of West Virginia to remember in a week.  I'd love to share the journey with you until Season 5 starts, the day after his birthday. On this show, my training for the last 6 months. Thanks for listening!

Bone chilling, amazing and awe-inspiring would be a few ways to describe our next guests body of work.  A California based photographer go to the ends of the earth to capture amazing athletes, mostly surfers, engaging the wild around them. The juxtaposing of athlete and artic swell will leave you speechless.  In this episode we learn how he got to where he is today.  A self taught photographer who has built his own career out of talent and passion will share some great stories of his journey.  And he is an athlete too. You can't imagine the conditions he has to overcome to get these shots and we dive into the mental toughness it takes to withstand bitter cold and crazy weather.  We hope this show takes you to places you never imagined, before you knew they were possible.  Enjoy our newest Athlete On Fire show!

Since Ryan just broke a record at World's Toughest in Chicago, we wanted to share this show again to see what makes him so great!  Ryan Atkins is a world class athlete who is dominating the obstacle racing scene.  He has been travelling alot and on this episode he shares what has been going on and spends most of the show giving you an inside look at what it takes to compete and win the World's Toughest Mudder. He spares no details and we are pumped to share this amazing content with you on the Athlete On Fire Network!

This episode was a gift from my dad, the original Athlete On Fire. 3:00 Early days in West Virginia 9:00 Tony McKenna Story 13:00 Inspirational quotes "If you are not where you want to be, you are nowhere." "Failure is not an option." 14:30   Why he started coaching. 15:45 Mentors/Coaches that mattered to him 18:15  Failure 20:50 What in his life gave him an advantage. "I had three months to live." "The chemo was the hardest thing I've ever gone through." "The tumors had shrunk, the spots were gone." "My temp shot up to 107 and they thought I was dead." 25:20  The conversation with his dad he'll never forget.  "Do you think I'll make it?" "Yeah." "why?" "Because you hate to lose." 27:30  Weird habits 28:20  Inspiring books and movies 29:30 Why do ya want to wake up tomorrow morning? 29:50 Is Legacy important to you? 30:20 For every kid he has ever coached "Coach you don't know what you did for all of us."

A crazy and horrific accident at the age of 8 and the lightbulb moment 22 years later began a movement in an individual that will speak to everyone who knew there was an athlete deep down but didn't know how to find it.     Max Conserva is an athlete, speaker, and coach who has transformed the way he thinks so he could transform the way he lives. A truly inspiring athlete.

We all justify why we can't or won't do something we really want.  Like making more money, winning losing weight, getting faster.  It doesn't matter.  When we tell the world we want something but tell ourselves something else, it's time for a little tough love.  We hope this helps you out of some of your default excuses!

That early morning workout is more important than you think. Free up the later part of the day and get hurt less often. That injury, it's on you.  What are you going to do now? The mentality of being hurt. Enjoy the show.

A running set that you only need a cheap watch to complete.  And no fitness. And ideally no other thoughts but push a little harder this time.   A bodyweight workout completely by feel for 10, 20, or 30 minutes.  You finish by grading with one number instead of hundreds of reps.   Get out of your head today.

You ever have a workout buddy that actually makes you less motivated? How do you keep the mindset where it needs to be? The rules for training with others. Father's Day fun facts on the show. Three stories about dad that are pretty funny. Lots of hustling. Shout out to Leadville runners.

My dad has been gone for 8 months.  How about a deep Letterman style countdown on 8 things we can't control but can learn from?  DONE. Perspective for athletes and of course, humans.

New format trial!     The host gets contracted to help develop a whole school of athletes.   Why the feedback from endurance sports is sometimes a tough sell for newbies.   The lawyer on the plane that ran marathons before you were born. The first live event on the trails of Colorado. Everest feats, again. 20 miler and bouncing balls.   Everyone is an athlete!

A spring race in Colorado with a couple visits from the biggest of our predators.  Running and marking a course in 18 inches of snow.  The lack of complainers for this certain day.  A 600 rep workout you can sink into to get the week started right.  An Everest record for speed is broken.  We watch Becoming Ultra grow up right in front of our eyes! We are all Athletes.

Chris Stoutenburg leaned back on a railing when he was 20 years old and fell two stories, landing on his arm on a patch of grass the size of his body.  It was a lucky fall and the beginning of his story on the show. He went on to travel the world and win multiple championship for Team Canada in wheelchair basketball, co-founded a successful Cross Fit box and founded WheelWod.com.  An inspiring story that reinforces that we are not our circumstances, we are how we react to them.

Morgan Tilton decided to run ultra after ultra one summer after catching the "bug". She just happens to also be a freelance writer who has written for Backpacker, Outside, and Men's Journal to name a few.  She shares her creative process and some basic guidelines we should all follow when writing.  She shares her training regimen and her crazy year of running. Also, tons of travel.  From Italy to the Copper Canyon of Mexico.  This show is for adventurers!   Enjoy!

It's true.  We are all gonna die.  What we do before that is our own fault. So, a little pep talk from the host with some examples you may be able to relate to.  Also, new rules for some of the shows we share on the feed.  And, a shout out to a very important person from Athlete On Fire!

Things we didn't realize.   There is repellant for sea lice, larva of jellyfish Painting stripes on your legs can deter big sharks People swim around Manhattan Of course, there is much more to the world of open water swimming but these facts jumped out at us.  What does it take to prepare for such events?  What are the rules?  So much to learn about this unique sport on the show today!

Two years ago, I spent the first round of the NCAA tourney with my dad and 5 ex college buddies.  It was an amazing experience and making the start of this first tourney without him pretty odd.  Also, spring is unpredictable so when you get snowed in, try this workout.  Kudos to people asking for accountability and saying goodbye to a climber who helped shaped the sport.

Our guest is also a podcast host so we have no problem getting the conversation going.  We talk about how to get people who way they hate running to give it another try.  Training schedules.  How she feels during high training times and more.  Athlete On Fire is here to bridge the gap between amazing athletes and the rest of the world.

August 12, 2016 started on a couple mountain bikes in the cool Colorado air, at 3:30am.  We rode to the bluffs outside of town to take in the Perseid Meteor shower.  Facts about the event in the sky, a weird critter in the woods, coffee and delirium ensue.  Have a great Friday wherever you are in the world.  We hope you learn one simple or silly fact and laugh at least once!

Our guest spent most of his childhood not really happy where he was physically.  Then came college and the drinking and eating at a school known for partying.  His story has been told before and this is the first time.  It could be you.  We hope his story moves you to make a change of your own!  Athlete On Fire brings stories to inspire and teach athletes and remember, everyone is an athlete!

When the culture is straight out of Wolf On Wall Street.  When you have a few pints at lunch almost every day and the white lies add up coming home after work.  When your mind and body aren't functioning like they used to as a professional footballer(soccer).  Maybe it's time for a personal change and a cultural one.  That's what our guest has set out to do.  This is the story of making quitting something an advantage instead of a drag.  It's about being strong for yourself and your family.  And it's all pretty positive.  No judgements.  Just a challenge for individuals.  You should check this out if you have ever said, " I'm never drinking again."

Summer is coming and we all need a refresher on running and training in the heat.  While we are at it, what are people saying about running high, as in, stoned.  We talk about an article on the topic on the show as well.  The Cooldown is the place for weekly OCR and endurance commentary from Athlete On Fire and mud Run Guide.   The Cooldown is an Athlete On Fire production.

Loren Landow trains some of the best and most committed athletes in the world. What does his journey to this point look like?  What career decisions has he made and what challenges to up and coming coaches and trainers face? Listen to Loren and Scott, the host, talk about the industry in general and some ways to do well in the space. Also, one exercise you can't do without in a bunch of random sports.  Enjoy this episode of the Athlete On Fire show.

JC Santana is the authority on functional training.  We talk about some of the myths associated with the term functional, the athletes he is working with now, and the challenges he sees new trainers and coaches facing every day.  With unmatched energy and enthusiasm for his trade, you will walk away feeling more confident about the state of training and how it applies to you.  JC also shares one of the toughest bodyweight leg sets we have tried that he uses for many of his pro MMA athletes.  Enjoy the show!

David Clark founded the We Are Superman site to inspire action.  The action he has taken after living the life of a morbidly obese addict has been no less than awesome.  He celebrated 10 years of sobriety with ten truly epic challenges that he shares with us on the show.  If you or someone you know is in a rut or needs help deciding what step to take next, the message might be here.  Enjoy this passion filled episode of Athlete On Fire.

The pirate trials have ended and there is still sailing to be done.  After picking up their boat in Turkey Steve and Maria joined another Rally to cross the Atlantic with as safely as possible.  Lessons learned and another stop on Dominica for an eery reunion with "Sexy Bones". We also go into a Q and A for big picture questions after sharing the details of the whole journey.  Enjoy Voyage Into Hell.

Our guest shares her passion for life and all things running with Athlete On Fire. Find out how she ended up in one of the most beautiful places in the United States.  Her philosophy on happiness.  Why following your dream is good parenting and what crazy dream she is embarking upon in 2016.  Her heart is big for charity and helping others and you will come away learning something about her, and yourself after this episode of Athlete On Fire.

After the tragedy at sea and after many of the sailers were back in their homes around the world.  Justice needed to be served.  Who would try the pirates responsible for the Quest tragedy?  What was the outcome? Was there closure for the families.  This is the Voyage Into Hell show on the Athlete On Fire network.

After the Quest tragedy, rally members were safe for the moment in Salalah, Oman.  The problem was getting out of there.  Their options were limited and dangerous and none of them would happen quickly.  The Gulf Of Aden lead to the Mediterranean Sea but it just happened to be one of the most dangerous stretches of water in the world.  Find out how they managed on this episode of the Voyage Into Hell show.

Steve Siguaw shares the sad and troubling days as a member of his sailing rally runs into pirates on the open sea.  As we have been following his story of a sail around the world, we knew this show would come.  The story is tragic but some stories are meant to be told.  This is the Voyage Into  Hell show.

The adventure to sail around the world continues and as tensions rise within the rally you can feel the tension on the open water.  Planning for pirates between India and Oman and an encounter on the coast of India is making for an ominous crossing.  Join the show that is following one sail boats adventure amidst tragedy, The Voyage Into Hell.

Steve and Maria Siguaw have sailed more than half way around the world and it is just about to get real interesting.  Infighting within their rally, warnings of pirate activity, and shady port officials.  Enjoy the story of an adventure around the world and learn a  little about the beautiful Sri Lanka this week!

Warren Pole got into journalism to be around his passion, motorcycle racing.  It just so happened that he loved journalism. This love would bring him around the world to cover stories and take part in many adventures.  He signed up for one of the worlds toughest foot races with only a 10k under his belt.  This started a new passion for him, ultra endurance.  This new passion led to the creation of the start up he is building for athletes around the world.  An amazing story of how our passions lead to invention and the journey along the way.  Enjoy this Athlete On Fire

Sonya Looney is a World Champion mountain biker on a mission to empower, teach, and inspire as much on the bike as off.  She has competed all over the world from Nepal to Mongolia, Sri Lanka to Patagonia and everywhere in between.  An event in Nepal helped her redefine what winning really means.  She has been featured on TED Talks and is currently a self managed athlete with 20 brand relationships.  She is busy, driven, passionate, and real.  You should listen to learn the whole story on the Athlete On Fire show!

Steve and Maria have made their way through the Malacca Straights and similarly dangerous coast of Malaysia and now they have made it to Thailand.  The plans for a big sail and some new characters surface.  Part 2 of "Voyage Into Hell" has some ominous foreshadowing.  Voyage Into Hell is a series covering the book of the same name in a weekly interview with the author.  Follow the adventure with the Athlete On Fire Network!

The sailboat Aspen and it's crew had to navigate the 20+ mile Straight Of Malacca, known as one of the most dangerous pirate infested sections of water in the world.  Listen to find out how they navigated through as well as their impressions of Singapore. The Voyage Into Hell Show is a part of the Athlete On Fire Network!

After leaving Darwin, Australia, on their sailing trip around the world, Steve and Maria headed to Indonesia.  The first real threat of pirates was on this stretch. Before the pirates were even an issue they had to deal with small countries that wanted them to move on because their bribes were just not enough for their liking.  Bali turned out to be a bit of a disappointment for reasons we never would have guessed. Next up, Singapore.  Enjoy the Voyage Into Hell show as we chronicle a husband and wife's journey around the world on a sailboat!

Our guest has done some of the most amazing feats of endurance in the world.  Some of them, beyond comprehension.  And that's his mission. To prove that anything is possible by anyone.  Trekking death valley, Everest, and even running across America are a few of his exploits.  We go deeper though. What is a good why when it comes to adventure and running?  What was his biggest achievement physically?  What's next?  We also delve into a bunch of non endurance topics.  His advice on politics, money, relationships, drugs, and pretty much anything made the list.  Enjoy this show from a wise and travelled athlete. You won't regret it.

This week we make our way with Steve and Maria to the land down under!  Australia was both a chance to fix up the boat and relax a bit before the intense journey to Indonesia.  Extreme heat, natives in dangerous lands, and the amazing town of Darwin before they set off for Indonesia in this episode.  This series is taking us around the world and we are half way there!

Steve and Maria have made it into the heart of Polynesia. Tragic news meets them at sea just after an omen of sorts.  Volcanic islands and cultural rituals infuse the already adventurous undertaking. Good thing noone was under that lava the size of a volkswagon. Enjoy this episode of the Voyage Into Hell, a sail around the world!

Steve and Maria Siguaw continue their voyage around the world and end up in the pristine islands of French Polynesia.  Stories of cannibalism and the dynamics of the rally are in the forefront.  Things are still pretty tame but they are approaching Australia soon and soon after things get a little wild. Enjoy the show!

Ray Zahab is an energetic and informed traveler, runner, and founder of Impossible 2 Possible.  He shares stories of his travels that will make this show, the shortest you have listened to to date because you won't be wherever you are. Trust us.

We spend the entire episode in the Galapagos Islands. From the wildlife to the sometimes sketchy people, we could have done an hour show on this inspired location.  You will learn something today!

There is an adventure at every stop of of this sailing trip.  Some on land and some on sea.  This episode covers both.  There is trouble off the coast of Venezuela in the form of a big ship with suspicious activity and a run on Panama led to a spooky, undisclosed location.  So far, everything isn't as it seems and we haven't even gotten to the Pacific yet, until the end of this show. Enjoy this episode of Voyage Into Hell.

Every great adventure starts somewhere.  Sailing starts with money.  But where do you get it?  What costs are associated with sailing around the world? Steve shares these facts as well as some early adventures in the Caribbean. This is the "Voyage Into Hell" story about a rally around the world on a sailboat.

Paul has been making his way in adventure and endurance for some time now so it's not surprising that he completed these events in such a short period of time.  The fact that he was competitive is where it gets interesting.  As a 40+ year old athlete he talks about the actual events and what he did to prepare.  There are some great stories of team, wildlife, nad nutrition to inspire and inform on this episode of the Athlete On Fire show!

Steve shares with us all of the terminology associated with sailing.  If you don't know what port, starboard, stern, or bow are you might want to listen so the rest of this series is easy sailing!  And, why did the book start with the end?

My wife goes on bike rides with a local friend.  He has been telling stories about this guest for years.  He finally wrote a book on an unforgettable adventure and now we are going to go through the book, every week, until the adventure is over.  If you like the idea of big, epic, pursuits mixed with pirates, shamans, and real tragedy, this may be interesting.

His message is to "Live Limitless", and he does.  He accompanied his son on the 7 summits. He is running 200 miles next week.  He coaches athletes from all over the world to be more efficient and smarter athletes.  His tips on better sleep are unique and easy to implement.  Mobility in cyclists and endurance athletes in general is important and he gives us a few drills to try to implement in our own training.  He gives three specific strength exercises we should be doing regularly and much more in this resource packed interview.

Our guest saw the need for runners to get stronger so they could perform better and get less injured.  He was right on.  After founding the popular website StrengthRunning.com he has found purpose to help others prevent injuries he and thousands of other runners have gone through.  We also get to learn more about his own personal journey as a runner, how to get mentally tough, and some very specific drills for injury prevention. It's an informative, entertaining session and we hope you throw those earplugs in, go for a run, and take in some running knowledge from one of the best out there!

His goal was to make it the mailbox at the end of the driveway and back today.  Tomorrow, he would go down the street a few more feet.  This is the mindset of our guest after he suffers a heart attack and began his recovery.  He talks about the importance of taking one day at a time.  As on of the original Gladiators on the popular cult classic show American Gladiators he has always lived the life of an athlete.  He shares what and who has inspired him along the way.  He talks about the mission of the Gladiator Rock N Run he created and why it's just a bit different.  Enjoy this episode of the Athlete On Fire show.

Did you think your bucket list was ambitious?  How about 500+ inspired items to check off. From space trave to the Holi festival and the Dead Sea to Carnaval our guest has thought up the best, biggest, and most thoughtful ways to spend a lifetime.  A photographer by trade and endurance athlete in his free time we take time to travel around the world with him. Why did he quit his job in finance to travel the world?  How did he decide to start his photography business after all?  What is one of the most sadistic things you can do to train for the Death Race?  We cover all of that and more in today's Athlete On Fire show!

On this, the first episode of the Becoming Ultra Project, ultra running phenoms and coaches alike Ian Sharman and Michele Yates go over the applicants of the runners who have applied to be the runners for the project.  Why is the road runner a better fit than the ex-marine?  Would this runner be good on camera?  We voice opinions and concerns in choosing the runner who will go on the 5 month journey to become an ultra runner!

Our guest shares some of the most actionable advice we have ever heard on the show.  It's simple, it's a mindset, it will help you take your effort and lifestyle to the next level.  An Olympic sprinter for Canada, his relay team was pretty much heart broken after what happened in the 2012 Olympics.  Learn how he plans on coming back stronger, what his training schedule is like, and even some specifc exercises he can'tgo without.  Interesting athlete, great storyteller.  Enjoy this Athlete On Fire!

Our guest's project is more than a little ambitious. He has to date paddled from source to sea the Amazon, Volga, and Missouri/Mississippi rivers. His stories of adventure take a back seat to the stories of humanity. A truly fun, interesting take on life on the water! Listen as he shares his thoughts and plans on the Yangtze and Nile. Why is he doing it and what has he learned from the people along the way?  Listen for an adventurous episode of Athlete On Fire!

Mike Wardian is back and he describes a race in New Zealand that almost had me booking a ticket by the end of the talk.  Forests, pristine lakes, and amazing competition where all a part of the plot.  Of course, with a family, a real job, and a demanding training schedule sleep isn't always in the cards.  The world class runner gives us some ways to still perform at a high level when we are sleeping enough, or well.  We also talk about his strength regimen and how he is getting ready for the Spartan race from carrying his kids up the stairs to doing squats during this show.  Enjoy this CoolDown episode from Athlete On Fire.

We hit the road, 13 hours of it from Denver to beautiful Ketchum, Idaho. We make the trip for Rebecca Rusch’s 2nd annual riding of Rebecca’s Private Idaho, a gravel grinder race in the amazing Sun Valley. This show is a compilation of some of the most interesting and unique participants in the weekend’s festivities. The ride was great but learning more about the town, the people, and the causes was what really made it so cool. Rebecca even has a cameo at the end of the show. Enjoy this, the first ever event review on the Athlete On Fire show!

Our guest runs a basketball development program in Tampa, Florida.  His intensity from his playing days have allowed him to define and develop a philosophy with the youth he mentors and coaches everyday.  He also just happens to be the all time leading scorer in the state of Florida, Billy Donovan’s first ever recruit for the Florida Gators, former Mr. Basketball in Florida, as well as a former professional.  The accolades are impressive but there were certainly bumps along the way. Lessons were learned and a life’s passion was found.  Enjoy today’s Athlete On Fire!

Our guests hop on for a group discussion about the roots of and culture of Ultra Running.  Where the sport is headed.  Why they think the production of Born To Run could be a bad thing regardless of the lead actors involved.  They talk about how to discern research based on some literature about running being bad for you recently.  Why should you run long distances if you never have?  It may be the chemistry when it comes down to it.  They both leave us with interesting and challenging workouts to go try this weekend.  Enjoy our first group session on the Cooldown with Athlete On Fire.

Our guest was addicted to alcohol and drugs. he was 320 pounds and eating fast food multiple times a day. He had a couple herniated discs and was literally killing himself.  The comeback started with a 15 second run and a then to eating better. The runs got longer and he is now an acomplished ultra runner, author, and businessman.  He talks candidly about addiction and how he got out of the biggest rut of his life.  What's next?  Well his 10 years of being sober is this year and he is doing 10 epic events. You should listen to hear how ambitious this plan is!  Enjoy today's inspiring and thoughtful Athlete On Fire!

Imagine running the highest trails with the best views on the toughest terrain that human legs can handle and you pretty much have SKyrunning in a nutshell.  Today's guest is one of the best in the sport and in between races she is busy shaping the future trail runners teaching second grade.  Born in Germany and raise on the east coast, our guest found herself in Colorado for college and stayed for the trails. She shares her story with tons of energy and an amazing attitude.  Enjoy today's Athlete On Fire!

Today at OR in Salt Lake City we sit down with some amazing athletes.  Rebecca Rusch, Jordan Romero, and Trevor Thomas all stop by and we like to keep it candid.  Pretty cool recap with full versions to come.  Enjoy!

Mollie and Sean Busby are no strangers to adventure.  A professional snowboarder and recreational skiier left Utah for the grandeur of Montana, and moved into a yurt.  The adventure isn't stuck in Montana though.  They travel the world backcountry skiing and boarding, have a charity to run, and put on camps for kids all over the world.  An energetic and candid talk today should leave you anxious to get out the door. Thanks for listening to the Athlete On Fire show live from OR in Salt Lake City.

Our guest has travelled the world and he will tell you why you should too. An avid and strong climber, he shares an inspiring story of strength and will as his climber wife plunged 50 ft into a crumbled hump at his feet.  What happens next gave me the chills for a good part of the interview.  He shares a philosophy on "doing what makes you tick" he defines athlete to a tee.  He recommends two fitness challenges you can do while listening and his general outlook and story telling is going to keep you on for the whole show. Enjoy this installment of the Athlete On Fire show!

Today's guest, and the last of the year, is a listener that sent in his story.  A two paragraph email and I was inspired and amazed at what he has overcome and once I talked to him it was much more.  His energy, tenacity, and zeal for life to travel to amazing places and compete without worrying about what has happened to him.  It is a great show to finish the year off with and move forward because what's ahead matters way more than what's behind.  Enjoy the Athlete On Fire show.

Google Rebecca Rusch.  Go ahead.  You won't be disappointed in the athlete with a heart as big as the world she has traveled on foot, bike, and water.  Rebecca shares some of her best and most inspiring stories, why she finally wrote a book(and how difficult is was), and what she is working on next.  Learn how the "Queen Of Pain" got to where she is today and why there is a good chance you have a place to stay next time to visit Idaho!

Why would you continue to ski after your younger brother was lost due to a skiing accident?  To honor him of course.  No one could honor him more than today's guest who ski's with as much skill and passion as anyone who has put on two planks.  The first Olympic skiier to really make the transition to big mountain skiing shares her amazing story that got her where she is today.  A case for why more woman should ski and some of the adventures along the way can be heard on the show.  We know you will enjoy the show and if you know any young, impressionable women, tell them they should listen as well.  This is the Athlete On Fire show.

This has got to be the most selfish show in the history of podcasting.  We bring back the amazing Jess McMillan, one of the most accomplished and skilled big mountain skiers to live and we make her teach us how to work our way up to epic cliff jumps. WE agree it is 90% mental but for the physical prep and how to build up to 30 foot drops, this is the show for you.  She has dropped a 60 footer so she is the authority!  The interview is fun and we go into other mental toughness skills that will help as well. Enjoy this epic, intense, and informative show and then get out there and drop in!

"It doesn't get much closer than this," the doctor told Jered in a MASH unit in a war zone as he showed him the bullet laying directly on his younger brother's femoral artery.  This was in 2004 and maybe as unlikely as any war time event.  Listen today as Jered tells the story.  He takes us on his military career in the jungles of Panama where he was stalked by a panther for a full night.  His unlikely 2 week career and what it led to present day bringing jobs and industry to his small home town on the Ohio river. Lastly, listen to the inspiring story of love and what it takes to raise a little girl with the rarest of diseases.  Athlete On Fire has teamed up with Voices For Vets to share the story of a veteran along with 45 other podcasts.  We can't help but think our Athlete On Fire is going to have one of the best and most inspiring stories out there.

Adventure.  Where does it start?  How does someone know this is the path they want to take?  Athlete On Fire has had some amazing adventurers on the show.  This episode showcases an athlete that is an elite kayaker and big mountain free skier.  Featured regularly on Warren Miller and Matchstick Productions films she has made it to the top of the sport.  Traveling the world and overcoming fear are themes we cover.  Hear her story about why losing multiple friends in the kayaking world in one year pushed her back to skiing.  This is a show that will inspire you to get outside. Outside your comfort zone and into the wild to do amazing.  You grab the headphones and we'll supply the goosebumps.  Enjoy this Athlete On Fire!

In her newest book, our guest takes over the world of obstacle racing from it inception to the big players today and some of the craziness and scandal that surrounds it all.  As an athlete herself, she shares her story of endurance, how she got into the sport and some great stories along the way.  Dealing with injury and mental toughness are a constant theme for any athlete and she shares her take on both.  If you weren't hooked on obstacle racing or endurance sports, you are going to want to give them a try after this show.  Enjoy our newest Athlete On Fire!

If you ever had that itch to do something big.  Something bigger than yourself but you just never acted on it, then this guest is here to inspire you.  Besides a career and life spent pushing the boundaries in the mountains he continues to challenge himself. One day, he was riding his bike and an idea popped into his head. Why don't I ski all of the Colorado 14ers in one year.  That was it.  He was obsessed and had to make it happen.  This story and so many others from an adventurous elite athlete will get you stirring to try and do amazing things. Enjoy this installment of the Athlete On Fire show.

The Appalachian Trail.  The Pacific Coast Trail. The Tahoe Rim through hike.  These are challenges worthy of any athlete, any hiker.  Today's Athlete On Fire just happens to be blind.  Yes, blind.  He has hiked many of our classic routes without the ability to see.  He wasn't born blind either.  He lived with his sight until a fateful and life changing blindness happened when he was 36 years old.  His amazing endurance and story is sure to inspire you to get out there and do some amazing things yourself.  As a matter of fact, his challenge is so unique you will have to try it just to relate to what he goes through as a blind hiker.  Learn how he locates himself in dangerous situations and why being in touch with all of your other senses is more rewarding at the top of peaks where views are usually the focus.  Come share in the awe and the amazing story of today's Athlete On Fire.

Our guest today thrives on being surrounded by natural beauty.  He has made his career dependant on it as a photographer who has captured the heart of adventure.  He shares why he has to train or work out for two hours a day.  Who are three photographers he looks up to?  He shares that as well. He shares his journey from a typical young man playing typical sports to life as an adventurer. Listen to his Fitness On Fire recommendation and what he is training for these. We love adventurous guests and you are going to love popping those ear plugs in today and going on a journey.  Thanks for joining us in this newest installment of Athlete On Fire.

You have to be pretty darn tough to earn the nickname "The Queen Of Pain."  If today's guest is anything, it is tough. We try to take you on a journey with her through her life and career as an inspiring athlete who has been a world class adventure racer, paddler, and more recently, mountain biker. Learn how she is able to mentally and physically perform at the highest level.  Find out why she had to write her book, where she grew up, about her family and more.  Our friends at SOLE were gracious enough to introduce us to our guest and she delivered with a show that you will learn from and take to do some amazing things yourself.  Enjoy this installment of the Athlete On Fire show.

Is running a skill? Our guest says it is and he has over 35 years of research to prove it.  We go back in time to when and where the Pose Method originated.  You'll hear how our guest spent Saturdays on top of a train headed for the beach.  He shares inspiring stories of how he got his start as an athlete as a high jumper.  He still holds records to this day.  We talk about his inspiration for his newest book, The Running Revolution, and he even tries to teach us how to say some running related phrases in Russian.  Hang out with us, get inspired, and learn more about something we all can do, run better.  Listen through the end to find out how to win a free book or apparel!  Enjoy this inspiring Athlete On Fire!

"At the end of the day, you have to be a fighter." If any quote summed up an athlete more than this we haven't seen it.  Inspired as a young athlete on a ranch in Texas by none other than the Karate Kid movie, today's Athlete On Fire has gone on to do some amazing things in the sport of MMA.  Cast on the first season of the Ultimate Fighter show and having early succes in UFC launched our guest to athletic heights but there was adversity. A health scare led to a comeback.  His comeback led to starting a MMA gym in the homeland of Muay Thai, Thailand.  He shares his vision for his gym and what has inspired him along the way.  Why he does what he does and how anyone is welcome to come train with him in Thailand.  Enjoy this episode of Athlete On Fire.

Chances are, you have probably participated in an obstacle race.  After all, millions and millions of people have last year alone.  Well, in today's episode we are inspired by one of the best obstacle course racers in the world.  She has a regular job and works her butt off every day just like you and I and that's where the inspiration starts.  She is totally relatable.  She only runs 15-20 miles a week for training but you have to listen to understand why.  She has competed in 24 hour races and the sprints and everything in between and she always gets it done.  She shares an inspring story of competitors stopping to carry an athlete in a wheelchair over an obstacle.  Listen to her workout challenge in the Fitness On Fire segment and why she doesn't "ramp up" or taper for her events.  There is so much here for you to take away so stop reading and go listen to today's Athlete On Fire.

In this episode of the CoolDown Scott and Lauren Jones talk about the adventure gene. Are you more curious than your peers?  Do you always wonder what is around the corner?  Are you restless?  Find out what some of the most common traits of the adventure gene are and the type of people that are believed to carry it. After having so many elite endurance athletes and adventurers on the Athlete On Fire show we wanted to dive a bit more into what drives them, and others that just seem to be a little more willing to take risks for amazing experiences.  Enjoy today's CoolDown and find out if you are more like Teddy Roosevelt than you thought.

What happens when you have spents days out on the desert, running, nonstop?  Well, sometimes you see things that aren't there.  Sometimes you find your passion out there as well.  Today's guest has done both. She was the youngest and the first female to complete the 4 deserts challenge.  Conquering 100's of unsupported miles in the world's most extreme deserts.  She works a full time job and shares how you can reach your athletic goals as a working athlete.  This is powerful as we are all mostly working in some way. She is doing some amazing things in the near future for women and girls in South Africa that is mid boggling.  She shares how she uses visualization to prepare for her events and did we mention she has a Bear Grylls story. If you love a passionate athlete doing amazing things you are going to love today's episode of Athlete On Fire.

Our guest is nothing if not passionate about the sport he has made his career.  As the only Irish born NBA ever he shares the story of how he came to play basketball after an initial love of hockey.  A 7 inch growth spurt somewhat ruined that dream as did the powerful, and negative, words of his first high school coach.  Things would change as his family would move to a new state, playing for a new coach.  Hard work and a journeyman's attitude would pay off in college and playing overseas and he shares an unlikely story of running in to some ex teammates who didn't believe he was a starting center in the NBA.  A great storyteller, our guest shares some amazing stories from his career as well as what his legacy might be leading young athletes today.  Plug those earphones in and go for a shoot around for today's first NBA athlete on the Athlete On Fire show!

This episode of Athlete On Fire brings a National Champion and world class athlete in the sport of cyclocross in to the mix.  He shares what his family did every summer and how it formed his idea of what work is.  He got into his sport at 15 and pretty much never looked back. He shares how his optimism allows him to compete at a high level and what a day in the life is like.  He breaks down the sport of cyclocross for anyone who may not know what it is and his passion is contagious.  After today's show you are going to go out and find the next cyclocross event near you and enter because today's athlete is absolutely on FIRE!

Our guest today is a a self proclaimed lifetime athlete. From excelling in football at a young age to playing division I at Colorado State University, sprinting at the highest level and playing professionally, he takes us through it all.  A broken family at an early age had him living out of a car with his sister.  This led to stops at foster homes and inconsistency as a growing young man.  His story is great for anyone who thinks you can't make it from a bad start.  He is a cerebral athlete and shares habits and training advice for any level. He goes into why he will always be an athlete and you are sure to appreciate to takeaways in this episode of Athlete On Fire.

Our guest was one of the catalysts for Athlete On Fire as a Colorado buddy of Scott's and he just happens to be an amazing athlete himself.  Learn how he manages a crazy work/life balance with training for endurance mountain biking, raising two little ones, and running his own successful online brand and podcast, Mountain Bike Radio.  We talk about how being authentic is a byproduct of tough endurance racing and how to break down long events. He gives some great actionable advice and we go off topic a bit with our history.  Hope you enjoy this 52nd installment of the Athlete On Fire podcast!

Our guest is first and foremost an adventurer.  He started in the world of motor sports and eventually came upon penny farthings.  Yes, those crazy old school bikes with the giant front tire.  He began building these after taking some notes at a museum.  His talent and passion allowed him to build the very bikes he would ride all over the world.  Join us to learn how he prepares mentally and physically for these amazing journeys.  He is truly an Athlete On Fire!

Our guest is a runner.  He runs ultra's and marathons at a very high level.  His consistency and ability to run so many distances at a high level is his hallmark.  Here is the kicker. He works a regular 9 to 5 and has a great family life.  The show was even recorded in his office to fit us in and I love the authenticity here.  He has raced in the last 6 weeks in New Zealand, the North Pole, Boston , and Big Sur.  He has done some really cool things in the sport and you are going to enjoy how he takes us on the ride with him.  Enjoy this episode with family man, working man, and amazing runner who is obviously an Athlete On Fire!

Our guest is a runner.  He has mastered so many distances and styles of race that we could never cover it all in just one show but he does take us on the journey.  From a childhood spent in the woods to the aventurous life in the Pacific NW we cover everything from the transition to Ultra distances to the Cascade Trifecta, an amazing attempt at an amazing feat.  Stay with us as he gives a great running challenge for you to try out and if you have kids you are going to love what he is trying out for a better running experience with them.  Another humble, interesting, and accomplished athlete on this episode will inspire you to go out to do amazing things yourself!

Our guest wanted a change from his life in his early thirties so he join a running club, ran his first marathon, and was hooked with the "running bug".  Fast forward to being named the Ultra Runner of year in Australia in 2013.  We find out what a day in the life for him is like, and it is filled to the brim.  As a sponsored athlete, special education teacher, and coach he shares stories from all three that are interesting and inspiring.  We hope you all draw from the strength and integrity of this amazing Athlete On Fire!

Our guest is wildly entertaining.  Almost as wild as the events she competes in all over the world as the first female obstacle course racer.  She tells stories of failure and why you shouldn't take yourself so seriously. She shares a story of a man who was once 700 pounds and how it inspired her.  Her story about a crazy event in Nicaragua has everything from carrying live chickens to climbing bamboos poles and almost losing it.  She is also a writer on obstacle racing and has her very own book with her expertise in the sport to showcase for all.  This is one of those shows you hope will never end which means we will just have to do it all again!

Our guest is an adventurer first and foremost.  His attraction to wild and beautiful places has led him to where he is today as an inspiring ultra runner, coach, and photographer. His website alone will leave you awestruck and ready to hit the road, trail, rail, or air!  He shares what works for him on the trail and some amazing insights from his crazy adventures including a crazy incidence at the Hardrock 100.  His early days were spent in Europe with teacher parents and he shares some of those experiences.

Our guest is a former Olympian and current running liason to the masses. He shares how making the 1972 Olympic team changed his life in how he wanted to share the sport he loved with the world.  He founded the first specialty running store in the US.  He tells stories of his upbringing including a great one about his dad, Elliott Galloway, who ran his first marathon in under 3 hours around 60 years old.  It's an inspiring story for sure. He goes on to share the importance of mantra's and how they force us back into our conscious mind, allowing us to keep the negative thoughts that always creep in during competition at bay.  His humble, unique approach to teaching and coaching is going to inspire YOU to do amazing things yourself.

Our guest is a writer and runner.  Amongst other things she shares her process and how she was able to write her very powerful memoir, "So Far." She has great insights to the running world as long time contributor to "Runner's World". She used running as medication and therapy as well as her natural love of the act.  Learn about why running and being active in general was important coming from such a difficult situation at home.  We touch on some new topics to Athlete On Fire including mental health and how our guest has dealt with her own.  She happens to also be married to former Boston Marathon champion Amby Burfoot and has some fun stories of how her life of running with him has taken her on some great adventures.  We talk about the parallels between writing and running and there is no doubt everyone will learn something from this episode!

Our guest takes us to Boston with amazing perspective in his newest book "4:09:43."  This is just his newest project.  Learn how one of the true legends in the running world got started running and writing and how he has been able to be successful in both endeavors.  Hal takes us through his life decade by decade and shares some great stories, including the one regarding his 1964 Boston Marathon where he finished as the first American.  I learned so much and you will too.  You are going to feel like you were able to sit down and talk with Hal just as I did on this latest and greatest episode of Athlete On Fire.

Our guest started from humbling roots in unicycling.  You heard that right! From a champion unicycler to world class endurance athlete, he take us on a pretty sweet journey that includes some ridiculous feats.  He also shares some of the ways he prepared for the World's Toughest Mudder and why it's so important to be strong for endurance! 

Our guest bagged every one of New Hampshires 48 4,000 foot peaks multiple times and even in the winter.  He is an avid ultra runner and as passionate about his athletic pursuits as any guest we've had on the show.  He shares some great inspiring stories and even one about a blind man doing amazing things in the mountains.  You are going on an adventure today!

He started as a All American in one sport and ended up as an Olympian in another.  Listen to the awesome story of a passionate athlete that breaks down some of the mental barriers we all have in competition and life.  If you can't pull something of value out of this one you weren't listening!

Our guest runs in places most can only dream of, at speeds we can't comprehend.  Join us as he takes us on his journey.  He shares what inspired him and  why having a backup plan in competition is so important. Learn about the series he directs and how you can get out there and participate in these inspiring events and listen to all of the amazing takeaways he gives you, the Athlete On Fire, listening on your run, workout, or drive!

Our guest tells stories so well he'll have you from the first 10 seconds of the show.  He is one fo the most well known endurance athletes on the planet and he shares things with Athlete on Fire you probably haven't heard anywhere else.  Grab that smart phone, plug in those ear phones and get out there while you listening to the inspiring guest today!

Our guest is a mountain runner to the extreme.  Listen as she takes us all over the world and to some of the most amazing places anyone could dream of running!  She paints an amazing picture of her hometown in New Zealand and talks about what it takes to face challenges that are right in front of you.

In this episode our guest takes us on his journey to one of the fastest sports in the world, luge. He tells us how he chose luge over bobsled and just how unique a sport luge is to train for.  Added to the mix is his insatiable appetite for speed and adventure and you are going to learn a bunch from this inspiring young athlete!

In this episode our guest takes us on his journey as someone who has truly lived and has the stories to show for it.  From early rough and tumble days on the farm to jumping out of planes in the military, drug addiction to conquering some of the world’s toughest events in one year. Joe Decker lays it all out in this inspiring session of Athlete on Fire.

Crocodiles, volcanoes, girlfriends, oh my! And lots of running.In this episode our guest takes us on his journey as an ultra endurance runner.  His energy is contagious and you’ll be surprised to find out how he really feels about running! You gotta check out this video if you are on the fence about Richard!

In this episode learn how one fateful training ride changed the life of our guest forever.  One day, a healthy competitive cyclist and the next a paraplegic, Trish Downing shares her amazing story and how she has gone on to do some truly amazing things!

As an adventurer and ultra runner our next guest has a story of survival from the the unlikeliest of foes and great stories of Ultra running up volcanoes and in other amazing locales.  He’s an inspiring man and his passion carries the show.  Enjoy!

Former prep and college star athlete turned entrepreneur learns how to fly while joining AthleteOnFire.  Don't miss it!